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Junior Emma Mitchell delivers the pitch in the 2-0 loss to Franklin County on Feb. 18. Photo by Shane Scoggins/Franklin County Citizen Leader

Junior Emma Mitchell delivers the pitch in the 2-0 loss to Franklin County on Feb. 18. Photo by Shane Scoggins/Franklin County Citizen Leader

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Lady Dogs start season 0-2

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The Lady Dogs start the season 0-2 with back-to-back losses to Franklin County on the road. On Feb. 18, Hart traveled to Carnesville to take on the Lady Lions of Franklin County in the slow-pitch season opener.
Sophomore pitcher Landry Carter winds up to pitch as he pitched two innings allowed one earned run and punched out four batters in the 6-5 win over Jefferson.

Sophomore pitcher Landry Carter winds up to pitch as he pitched two innings allowed one earned run and punched out four batters in the 6-5 win over Jefferson.

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Diamond Dogs struggle at the plate in back-to-back losses

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The Diamond Dogs picked up their first win of the season against Jefferson before dropping back-to-back games to Morgan and Clarke Central. On Feb. 14, Hart hosted the Dragons of Jefferson at Saye Field for the home opener.
Senior Harrison Krause (fourth from the left) finishes as a state runner up at the state traditional meet in Macon on Feb. 13-14.

Senior Harrison Krause (fourth from the left) finishes as a state runner up at the state traditional meet in Macon on Feb. 13-14.

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Two Mat Dogs finish careers as state placers

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Two Mat Dogs advance to day two of the state meet and ended the season as state placers. On Feb. 13, Hart traveled to Macon to compete in the State Traditional meet at the Macon Coliseum. All 10 Mat Dogs competed on Feb. 13 with a chance to move onto day two to compete for a placement.
Junior forward Kiasia Montgomery led the way for the Lady Dogs as she scored 25 points against the Lady Lions of Franklin County to advance to the Region 8-AA Championship.

Junior forward Kiasia Montgomery led the way for the Lady Dogs as she scored 25 points against the Lady Lions of Franklin County to advance to the Region 8-AA Championship.

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SWEET SIXTEEN BOUND

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
After finishing as the region runner-ups, the Lady Dogs knocked KIPP Atlanta out of the playoffs to advance to the Sweet Sixteen. On Feb.
Sophomore guard Kurston Curry wins the Region Player of the Year award voted by head coaches within Region 8-AA.

Sophomore guard Kurston Curry wins the Region Player of the Year award voted by head coaches within Region 8-AA.

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Three Dogs tabbed for All-Region honors

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Monday, February 17, 2025
One Dog wins Region Player of the Year, one makes the All-Region team and one earns an honorable mention. On Feb. 11, coaches from around Region 8-AA met to decide the Region Player of the Year, and the All-Region team.
Pictured are all 12 Mat Dogs who advanced to Sectionals after making it out of the Area Traditionals at Stephens County High School on Feb. 1.

Pictured are all 12 Mat Dogs who advanced to Sectionals after making it out of the Area Traditionals at Stephens County High School on Feb. 1.

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Sectionals bound

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Friday, February 7, 2025
Hart County sends one Lady Mat Dog and all 12 Mat Dogs to Sectionals after competing well at Area Traditionals. On Jan. 31, the Lady Mat Dogs traveled to Stephens County to compete in Girls Area Traditionals.
Senior guard Andrew Maxwell brings the ball up the court in a 75-67 overtime thrilling win over Franklin County. Photo submitted by DJ Groves.

Senior guard Andrew Maxwell brings the ball up the court in a 75-67 overtime thrilling win over Franklin County. Photo submitted by DJ Groves.

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Dogs pick up key region rival wins

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Friday, February 7, 2025
The Dogs now control their own destiny with back-to-back wins over rivals Franklin and Stephens. On Jan. 31, Hart returned home after being on the road the past five games to take on the Lions of Franklin County.